Powered by People Looking for VP of Finance at Remote Full Time

Powered by People (PBP) is looking for an exceptional VP of Finance who will drive finance effectiveness in a B2B global marketplace company, by establishing measurable processes to improve international business efficiency and determine growth goals across a fast growing business.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Partner with other members of the senior leadership team to execute the current corporate strategic plan, and develop future plans
• Serve as the key finance advisor to the CEO – acting as the strategic finance lead on company growth, corporate strategy and the day-to-day financial management of the organization
• Guide leadership through forecasting and planning cycles while improving budgeting and reporting processes
• Operate with significant autonomy and independence, showing high judgment in decisions that have financial, business, operational, or customer implications
• Analyze and interpret the impact of various funding strategies while working in the context of broader corporate goals
• Supervise and provide input on structuring, legal negotiation, and documentation with funding counter-parties alongside senior stakeholders in the business
• Maintain a deep understanding of the company’s financial position, proactively identifying and communicating key revenue & cost drivers, opportunities for near- and long-term cost optimization, and areas for risk mitigation
• Collaborate with leadership to set financial KPI targets, both at the company and departmental levels; track and communicate performance against those targets on an ongoing basis

Requirements

• 10+ years in diversified leadership roles, driving and implementing financial systems

• 5+ years of direct, hands-on experience in eCommerce, FinanceTech and/or SaaS industry
• Masters degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Proven experience developing and executing business strategy
• History of decision making based on business metrics
• Ability to take initiative and ownership in a constantly-changing startup environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills; skilled at working with and managing remote teams
• Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, with a proven track record of leadership and driving results
• Can-do attitude – PBP is a lean team and responsibilities may fall outside of this exact job description

Benefits

PBP is a social enterprise startup whose mission and values of creativity, responsibility, innovation, diversity, transparency and sustainability are a force for good. Join a passionate global, remote-first team using technology to connect small batch makers and independent brands with buyers and conscious consumers. We provide meaningful, cross-functional and collaborative work, support establishing your home desk, co-working space in our hubs, and opportunities to travel. We are reimagining a world Powered by People. Come join us.